Hurting Hearts; Healed Hearts!

When our hearts are hurting, all the explanations and kind words of comfort can never replace our lost friend or a family member. A precious loved one who simply understands and listens to our hurts and confusions is more valuable than all the knowledge of an encyclopedia.

True Or False?

So much of life is filled with claims requiring belief or disbelief. We are forced to make decisions about claims regarding the world in which we live. Parents teach us to believe in Santa. Then as we progress out of our adolescent years, we are taught to buy gifts for family.

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BS Catrett

That’s what my boss said when I would open his office door. Let me explain the summer after my freshman year in high school, My football coach told me to call Mr. Lewis Cooper and he would hire me to work at the school warehouse to earn some money for football camp.

Grandma’s Strip Strategy

My great-grandmother knew a woman who had a terrifying experience when she was walking through the snow to nurse a sick neighbor. It was very cold, and the woman had dressed warm and was hurrying to try to make the neighbor’s house before dark.

What Happens When The Lights Go Out?

On November 9, 1965, the northeastern United States and parts of Canada were darkened by a significant power grid failure. It was Tuesday. Evening “rush hour” was just beginning at 5:16 p.m. when the shutdown began.

Survivors of Suicide

No one wants to deal with suicide. When some take their own life, there are questions, confusion, stigma and taboo so strong that surviving family members sometimes try to keep what happened a secret.

“You can do it”

“You can do it.” These words mean a lot to people who struggle with things other people find easy to do. Jodi only wanted to be the same as her friends, but she knew she was different; after all, someone usually reminded her often enough.

Try Jigsaw Puzzles

In 1776, a man drew a picture on card board, then he cut the picture out with a jigsaw and that’s how they began. The puzzles reached popularity during the Depression, for the entertainment.

“Green Grass, Fences and Septic Tanks”

Ever had the opportunity to spend any time on the farm or simply drive thru the country side? If so, you probably watched horses and cows grazing in pastures, and likely you have noticed something. These animals do not like to stay where they were placed by their owner. And nobody really knows why.